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  2. Nominate someone for an honour or bravery award (called a gallantry award), read the New Year honours list - BEMs, MBEs, OBEs, knighthoods, outstanding achievements and contributions to public...

  3. Jul 12, 2022 · All types of honours are intended to foster a feeling of loyalty and a personal connection to the state or regime, and they exist in all types of political systems, be they monarchical or republican, democratic or totalitarian. Canada is unique in that honours are also given by the sub-national jurisdictions, the provinces.

  4. Canadian honours are respected around the world as a system of recognition that is merit-based, apolitical and accessible. Any person or group can shine a spotlight on the extraordinary people they know by nominating them!

  5. Most countries maintain formal honours systems consisting of three main types of honour: orders, decorations and medals. They reflect the official thanks of a government to those who have served it honourably, often with gallantry or distinction.

  6. There are war and campaign medals, commemorative medals, long service medals, Exemplary Service Medals, and special service medals, to name a few. Canadian honours come in three different categories: orders, decorations, and medals.

  7. Feb 7, 2006 · The many forms of honour include the victor's triumph in ancient Rome and the astronauts' ticker-tape parade, the accolade received from the sovereign's hand, and the award of the NOBEL PRIZE, the badge of knighthood and the silk rosette worn in the buttonhole.

  8. Dec 29, 2023 · They range from politicians, musicians and actors to senior diplomats and elite sports stars. Here are the ranks in descending order and some of the people being honoured: – Companions of...

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